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Surround yourself with framed photos of family, friends, and your most precious memories—and turn your
home or office into a beautiful art gallery in the process. You don't need an interior designer to enhance your
décor. Just use this guide to turn your best photos into handsome, meaningful displays.
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Choose a theme |
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When you pull photos together according to a theme, you're off to a great start. Grouping images based on a
common subject matter creates a visual story for all to see. Some possible ideas include:
- Your family tree
- A celebration of babies
- Children as they grow
- Travel adventures
- Scenes from nature
- Pets: the extended family
- Panoramic photography
- Fine art photography (Learn
how to take fine art photos)
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Use the best photo paper for framing |
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When you print photos that you plan to frame,
be sure to use top-quality photo paper that's made for your printer, such
as HP Premium Plus photo paper to ensure that your framed photos won't
fade. According to tests conducted by the leading independent image permanence
lab, Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. (WIR), HP Premium Plus photo paper
is certified to last up to 105+ years. Get
more information on additional permanence testing factors.
Printing photos on matte paper will help reduce the glare that can sometimes
reflect off of framed glass. Use high-gloss paper when printing photos
that will be displayed away from windows or bright lights. Learn more
about choosing
HP photo paper.
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Select the frames |
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Remember, you want your photos to stand out more than their frames, so simple combinations such as metal, black,
or plain wood frames with neutral-coloured mats are often the best choice.
If you want a splash of colour, match coloured frames to a non-dominant hue in the photos you're framing. Colored
frames work especially well in neutral rooms. For maximum impact, avoid matching frames to walls or décor too
closely.
When grouping frames together, stay consistent in style. Try similar frames in a variety of sizes, or an assortment
of frames in the same colour scheme.
Be careful not to overwhelm your photos by pairing light-coloured frames with dark mats, or by dwarfing small
photos with huge frames.
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Locate the right spot |
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Where you display your photos matters. For example, hanging one small photo in a large space may look out of
proportion. Fill large areas with a few different frames or one big one. On the other hand, don't overload
small spaces with too much artwork.
Hang photos in common areas where people can enjoy them, such as dining rooms or along staircases. Collections
of photos also look great on mantles, low tables, and other furniture.
Pictures are best hung at or slightly below eye level. When hanging pictures over a sofa, don't leave too much
space between the top of the couch and the frame.
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Create the arrangement |
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Whether you're hanging three frames or 23, you'll want to create a balanced arrangement. To test your grouping
before hammering any nails, lay out frames on floor. If you don't have the space, cut paper in the size of your
frames and play with different arrangements by taping them to the wall.
Create visual interest by placing frames high, low, and off-center. Vary
the heights and shapes of the frames within an arrangement. Also consider
mixing in other types of art in your grouping, such as fine art or work
by your children.
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